Cost of Chartered Car Tour for Two in Xinjiang 2026 Itinerary Quotation Guide for Ili + Kanas How Much Does the Recommended Itinerary Cost
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.
Cost for a customized two-person car tour in Xinjiang:2026 Ili + Kanas Itinerary Quotation Guide (In-Depth Experience Edition)
🌟 [Itinerary Highlights:Northern Xinjiang Dual-Core Loop: Unlock the Dual Romance of Grasslands and Lakes]
In the summer of 2026, wildflowers will be in full bloom in the Ili River Valley, and the waters of Kanas will shimmer with an emerald-like luster. This customized car loop, designed specifically for two people, connects three major 5A-level scenic spots: Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas Lake. It combines natural scenery with cultural experiences, using a 7-seater business vehicle (such as a Buick GL8) throughout the journey, equipped with a local driver familiar with the road conditions. The itinerary can be flexibly adjusted to avoid crowded常规 (regular) routes.
🗺 ️[Simple Itinerary:8 Days, 7 Nights: Private Enjoyment of Northern Xinjiang’s Essence]
Day 1:Urumqi → Sayram Lake (approximately 520 km, 6-hour drive)
Key Points:Self-drive around the lake (driver can accompany or rest), witness the sunrise and sunset at the “Last Tear of the Atlantic.”
Accommodation:Sayram Lake RV Campground (includes bathroom facilities, reference price: 800 yuan/night)
Day 2:Sayram Lake → Guozigou Bridge → Huocheng Lavender Manor → Yining (approximately 200 km, 3-hour drive)
Key Points:Cross the “First Scenic Spot of Ili,” the Guozigou Bridge, and take couple’s photos in the vast lavender fields of Huocheng (flowering season is mid-to-late June).
Cost for a customized two-person car tour in Xinjiang: 2026 Ili + Kanas Itinerary Quotation Guide (In-Depth Experience Edition)Accommodation:Yining Liuxing Street Characteristic Homestay (reference price: 600 yuan/night)
Day 3:Yining → Kazanqi Folk Village → Zhaosu Grassland (approximately 380 km, 5-hour drive)
Key Points:Take a horse-drawn carriage tour of the old town with people from various ethnic groups, experience horseback riding on Zhaosu Grassland (reference price: 150 yuan/hour), and encounter the spectacular sight of wild horses bathing in the river.
Accommodation:Zhaosu Grassland Starry Sky Tent (reference price: 500 yuan/night)
Day 4:Zhaosu → Xiata Ancient Trail → Tekes Bagua City (approximately 180 km, 4-hour drive)
Key Points:Take a light hike on the Xiata Ancient Trail (round trip about 6 km) to closely observe the Muzart Snow Mountain; take a night tour of Tekes Bagua City and ascend the Liji Street Observation Deck for a panoramic view of the city.
Accommodation:Tekes I Ching Cultural Theme Hotel (reference price: 700 yuan/night)
Day 5:Tekes → Karajun Grassland → Nalati Town (approximately 260 km, 5-hour drive)
Key Points:Enjoy the view from the Falcon Platform at Karajun Grassland, take a shuttle bus deep into the “Human Body Grassland”; taste roast whole lamb in Nalati Town (reference price: 388 yuan/lamb, suitable for 2-3 people).
🌟[Itinerary Highlights: Northern Xinjiang Dual-Core Loop: Unlock the Dual Romance of Grasslands and Lakes]Accommodation:Nalati Town Light Luxury Hotel (reference price: 900 yuan/night)
Day 6:Nalati Sky Grassland → Northern Section of the Duku Highway → Kuitun (approximately 350 km, 7-hour drive)
Key Points:Ride a horse on Nalati Grassland to the nomadic families, traverse the northern section of the Duku Highway (recommended open from June to September), with stops at the Qiaoerma Martyrs Cemetery and the Hashilergen Daban Snow Mountain along the way.
Accommodation:Kuitun Four-Star Hotel (reference price: 500 yuan/night)
Day 7:Kuitun → Urho Devil City → Burqin (approximately 480 km, 6-hour drive)
Key Points:Photograph the sunset over the yardang landforms at Urho Devil City, taste a cold-water fish feast at the Burqin River Embankment Night Market (dogfish, five-black fish, reference price: 120 yuan/person).
Accommodation:Burqin Fairy Tale Castle Hotel (reference price: 600 yuan/night)
Day 8:Burqin → Kanas Lake → Guanyu Platform → Jiadengyu (approximately 180 km, 3-hour drive)
Key Points:Take a boat tour of Kanas Lake (reference price: 120 yuan/person), ascend Guanyu Platform for a panoramic view of Kanas; if time permits, add a one-day tour to Hemu Village (requires an additional 1-day itinerary).
Return Trip:Jiadengyu → Urumqi (by flight or train)
In the summer of 2026, wildflowers will be in full bloom in the Ili River Valley, and the waters of Kanas will shimmer with an emerald-like luster. This customized car loop, designed specifically for two people, connects three major 5A-level scenic spots: Sayram Lake, Nalati Grassland, and Kanas Lake. It combines natural scenery with cultural experiences, using a 7-seater business vehicle (such as a Buick GL8) throughout the journey, equipped with a local driver familiar with the road conditions. The itinerary can be flexibly adjusted to avoid crowded常规 (regular) routes.💰 [Price Explanation:Transparent pricing including all specified items in the itinerary, with no hidden costs]
Basic Cost (for 2 people over 8 days):
Vehicle Cost:7-seater business vehicle including driver, fuel, tolls, and parking fees, reference price: 1200-1500 yuan/day, totaling 9600-12000 yuan.
Driver’s Accommodation and Meals:Borne by the tourists, reference standard: 150 yuan/night for the driver’s room + 100 yuan/day for meals, totaling 2000 yuan over 8 days (can be negotiated to be included in the vehicle cost).
Scenic Spot Tickets and Shuttle Buses:
Sayram Lake:145 yuan/person (includes round-trip shuttle bus around the lake)
Karajun Grassland:140 yuan/person
Nalati Grassland:135 yuan/person
Kanas Scenic Area:195 yuan/person (includes shuttle bus)
🗺️[Simple Itinerary: 8 Days, 7 Nights: Private Enjoyment of Northern Xinjiang’s Essence]Urho Devil City:62 yuan/person (includes mini-train)
Total:Approximately 1350 yuan/person, totaling 2700 yuan for 2 people.
Accommodation Cost:For 7 nights throughout the journey, calculated at a moderate standard, approximately 5000 yuan (can be upgraded or downgraded according to needs).
Meal Cost:150 yuan per person per day, totaling 2400 yuan over 8 days.
Total Budget Range:22,000-28,000 yuan (for 2 people), subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
📞 [Registration Method:Customized Itinerary by Professional Team]
You can register through Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency. Customer service manager Zhang Jing will adjust the itinerary duration, accommodation standards, and vehicle type according to your needs. For example, if time is tight, it can be compressed to 6 days by removing the Zhaosu or Tekes itinerary; if photography is preferred, a dedicated time slot for photographing the morning mist at Kanas can be added.
📝 [Cost Explanation and Service Explanation]
Cost Includes:Vehicle usage fee, driver service fee, fuel fee, toll fee, basic insurance (seat insurance ≥ 500,000 yuan/seat), and parking fees within the itinerary.
Day 1: Urumqi → Sayram Lake (approximately 520 km, 6-hour drive)Cost Does Not Include:Round-trip major transportation (airfare/train tickets), scenic spot tickets, accommodation, meals, personal expenses, and vehicle usage outside the itinerary.
Service Standards:
Vehicle:Compliant commercial vehicle, inspected daily, equipped with emergency tools.
Driver:Licensed local driver familiar with road conditions and scenic spot policies, able to provide basic explanations.
Flexible Adjustments:In case of extreme weather or temporary closure of scenic spots, the route can be optimized by mutual agreement.
Subject to actual consultation and contract signing.
⚠ ️[Precautions:Must-Read Before the Itinerary]
Document Preparation:To visit border areas such as Kanas and Baihaba, a “Border Management Area Pass” must be obtained in advance through the “Xinjiang Public Security” mini-program.
Seasonal Suitability:In June, the Ili grasslands are a sea of flowers and Kanas is lush and green, but there is a large temperature difference between day and night (around 20°C during the day and below 5°C at night), so bring a windproof jacket and rain gear.
Contract Signing:Clarify vehicle type, age, insurance coverage, driver qualifications, accommodation responsibilities, overtime/extra kilometer fees (e.g., agree on a daily limit of 300 km, with an additional charge of 3 yuan/km for exceeding).
This 8-day loop combines the soft beauty of Ili with the magnificent expanse of Kanas, making it suitable for couples or friends seeking an in-depth experience. Through the professional arrangements of Xinjiang Explorer International Travel Agency, you can skip the tedious process of planning and focus on enjoying the unique summer scenery of northern Xinjiang.
Contact Manager Guo Jing at phone number 18139622229 or WeChat 18139622229 to send itinerary and quotation.

